Pregnant & Uninsured? We Can Help
Pregnant and Uninsured in the Helena Area? You’re Not Alone — Here’s How to Get the Help You Need
Finding out you're pregnant can stir up a lot of emotions — excitement, fear, confusion, or even panic — especially if the news was unexpected and you don’t have health insurance. If you're in Helena, Montana, or the surrounding area and facing this situation, take a deep breath. You are not alone, and there is support waiting for you.
Whether you're unsure what to do next or simply looking for guidance, there are free, local resources that can help you start this journey with confidence and care.
Start with Free Help at Options Clinic
Your first step? Reach out to Options Clinic in Helena. They provide free pregnancy testing, a free early ultrasound, and a free nurse consultation to help you fully understand your options. You’ll find confidential, compassionate care you can trust at Options Clinic.
You can also schedule a free appointment with our Support Coordinator who will help you understand how to navigate local support services — including how to apply for health coverage, secure housing, or navigate help with groceries and nutrition.
These services are available to you at no cost, and at Options, you’ll find kindness and support. The team at Options is here to listen, answer your questions, and make sure you don’t have to navigate this alone.
Call them at 406-422-1011 or visit optionshelena.org to schedule an appointment or learn more.
Taking Care of Yourself — Body and Mind
While figuring out logistics like insurance is important, so is taking care of your physical and emotional health.
Eat as well as you can. Even small changes like adding fruits, veggies, and water can make a big difference.
Rest and reduce stress. Take breaks, breathe deeply, and find someone you trust to talk to.
Connect with support. Whether it's a friend, family member, or someone at Options, you don’t have to carry everything by yourself.
Your wellbeing matters — and nurturing yourself helps nurture your pregnancy, too.
Explore Prenatal Care Options Without Insurance
Not having insurance doesn’t mean you’re out of options. In Montana, there are state and community-based programs that may help cover prenatal care — sometimes retroactively.
Our Support Coordinator at Options can help you:
Apply for Medicaid for Pregnant Women, which offers full prenatal, delivery, and postpartum coverage.
Get connected to financial assistance for local prenatal care providers.
Understand how to qualify for WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) — a program that provides nutritional support during pregnancy and beyond.
Need Help with More Than Health Care? You're Covered There, Too
If you're also struggling with food, housing, or other basic needs, know that you're not expected to juggle it all alone. Many women in similar situations find support through:
Local food banks and pantries
Rental assistance programs
Nonprofits that offer maternity clothing, baby supplies, and more
Your Support Coordinator at Options can walk you through these resources and even help you apply.
You’ve Got This — And We’ve Got You
An unexpected pregnancy without insurance can feel overwhelming — but please remember, you don’t have to figure everything out at once, and you don’t have to do it alone. There is compassionate, confidential, and completely free help available right here in Helena.
Start by calling Options Clinic at 406-422-1011 or visiting optionshelena.org. Let them walk with you through your options, step by step, with care and without judgment.
You are stronger than you think — and you have a community ready to support you.